the beloved girls harriet evans

A successful London barrister, Catherine Christophe, goes missing the day before her wedding anniversary. The clue to her disappearance, it seems, lies buried thirty years in the past. Somerset, 1989. Janey Lestrange arrives to stay for the summer at the grand old house of the Hunter family. But something is wrong behind the beautiful facades of Vanes. Janey's childhood friend, Kitty Hunter, her brother and their eccentric parents - once so welcoming - do not seem to want her there. It is only as the night of an ancient and mysterious family ritual looms closer that Janey comes to realise they need her . . . Decades later, the tragic events of that unforgettable summer still cast the darkest shadow. Can the truth about what happened that night ever be brought into the light?

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Scamper the dog loves living at the bookshop with Paige. Not just the shop, but the whole neighbourhood feels like home. There's Miss Castellano, who lives in the huge house on the corner and is always happy to dog-sit; Mr Ackermann with his delicious homemade treats, and Huan, who gives the best belly rubs. When Scamper takes a leaf out of his owner's book and starts picking out page-turners for his friends, there's only one problem. What can he choose for Paige, who seems to have read everything imaginable already? A story about books, belonging and a dogged determination to help others.

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Sunday Times Top 5 bestselling author Harriet Evans returns with an unputdownable tale of the infinite possibilities of families - how they can anchor you or unseat you - and why unconditional love holds the key to true freedom. ''A boldly sombre atmosphere haunts the latest novel by Harriet Evans, the doyenne of [commercial fiction]'' Observer''Immersive, engrossing and ultimately beautiful'' Marian Keyes''No one except Harriet Evans writes books like this anymore; The Stargazers is a work of genius and a future classic'' Jane Casey''Don''t you think there should be a name for people like us?'' he said. ''Who look up and who dream of more, who dream of escaping? Who never lose faith, no matter how hard it becomes?''''Stargazers,'' I said. ''That''s what we are''It''s the 1970s, and Sarah has spent a lifetime trying to bury memories of her childhood: the constant fear, the horror of her school days, and Fane, the vast, crumbling house that was the sole obsession of her mother, Iris, a woman as beautiful as she was cruel. Sarah''s solace has been her cello and the music that allowed her to dream, transporting her from the bleakness of those early years to her new life with her husband Daniel in their safe, if slightly chaotic, Hampstead home and with a concert career that has brought her fame and restored a sense of self.The past, though, has a habit of creeping into the present, and as long as Sarah tries to escape, it seems the pull of her mother, Fane Hall and the secrets hidden there cannot be suppressed, threatening to unravel the fragile happiness she enjoys now. Sarah will need to travel back to Fane to confront her childhood, and search for the true meaning of home.Deliciously absorbing and rich with character and atmosphere, The Stargazers is the story of a house, a family, and finding the strength inside yourself to carry on.Readers love The Stargazers:''I absolutely loved this book . . . it was both beautiful and melancholy. Harriet never disappoints'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The Stargazers might just be her best yet . . . a beautifully written, atmospheric page-turner full of unforgettable characters, a book that will stay with you. Highly recommended'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''This is a beautiful and absorbing tale - one that I couldn''t put down until the last page'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A stunningly good read from an author who never disappoints . . . A riveting story from beginning to end, thoroughly entertaining and compelling'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''It captivated me right from the start . . . an emotional read with some great twists'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Immersive, captivating, utterly transporting STACEY HALLS A gripping family saga, intertwining two families, two big loves, 60s New York and 50s London. If you like the Cazalets you ll love this DAISY BUCHANAN'Readers of Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton will be riveted' BOOKLIST***Every family s story starts somewhere . . . On the eve of her sixteenth birthday, Alice Jansen collects her treasures the keepsakes, figurines and mementoes that help her make sense of her fragile family. But the next day her heart is broken, and the final treasure, a gift from her father, is lost.Two years later, Alice answers a phone call from a stranger and runs away to New York, and tries to forget her last golden summer at the orchard on the banks of the Hudson.Tom Raven can t understand why he keeps losing so many of the things and people that really matter to him, but he knows for certain that something important is missing from his life. One day, he remembers a forgotten letter and makes a phone call, then leaves Sevenstones, the only place that feels like home, for a strange city . . .An enchanting, unputdownable new novel about two people finding one another and the sweeping family story that follows, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wildflowers and The Beloved Girls.*** Magnificent. It has that vast sweeping sense of a huge story and such a powerfully compelling world MARIAN KEYES Summer is the perfect time to curl up with a big family saga and they don t come much bigger and more satisfying than The Treasures . . . a compelling and richly evocative tale IRISH TIMES'An absorbing, richly imagined tale of one family s beginnings, and the fates and fortunes that ricochet down through generations. Evans characters are built to love and root for . . . I was gripped and transported by the lives of Alice and Tom EMMA STONEX Razor sharp . . . an enjoyable family saga with some modern twists . . . quite delicious THE TIMES Filled with intricate detail, this book will entrance and move you. Harriet Evans is a master storyteller KATIE FFORDE Harriet Evans is our go-to author for sweeping cross-generational stories FABULOUS A pure delight from start to finish. You ll be longing for the next book GOOD HOUSEKEEPING The very definition of escape VERONICA HENRY [Harriet] has such a skill to draw readers in, and any fans of multi-generational stories will love this one PRIMA An absolute treat RED Packed with beautiful characterisation and atmospheric settings WOMAN & HOME

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‘Immersive, captivating, utterly transporting’ STACEY HALLS‘A gripping family saga, intertwining two families, two big loves, 60s New York and 50s London. If you like the Cazalets you’ll love this’ DAISY BUCHANAN'Readers of Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton will be riveted' BOOKLIST***Every family’s story starts somewhere . . . On the eve of her sixteenth birthday, Alice Jansen collects her treasures – the keepsakes, figurines and mementoes that help her make sense of her fragile family. But the next day her heart is broken, and the final treasure, a gift from her father, is lost. Two years later, Alice answers a phone call from a stranger and runs away to New York, and tries to forget her last golden summer at the orchard on the banks of the Hudson. Tom Raven can’t understand why he keeps losing so many of the things and people that really matter to him, but he knows for certain that something important is missing from his life. One day, he remembers a forgotten letter and makes a phone call, then leaves Sevenstones, the only place that feels like home, for a strange city . . . An enchanting, unputdownable new novel about two people finding one another and the sweeping family story that follows, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wildflowers and The Beloved Girls. ***‘Magnificent. It has that vast sweeping sense of a huge story and such a powerfully compelling world’ MARIAN KEYES‘Summer is the perfect time to curl up with a big family saga and they don’t come much bigger and more satisfying than The Treasures . . . a compelling and richly evocative tale’ IRISH TIMES'An absorbing, richly imagined tale of one family’s beginnings, and the fates and fortunes that ricochet down through generations. Evans’ characters are built to love and root for . . . I was gripped and transported by the lives of Alice and Tom’ EMMA STONEX‘Razor sharp . . . an enjoyable family saga with some modern twists . . . quite delicious’ THE TIMES‘Filled with intricate detail, this book will entrance and move you. Harriet Evans is a master storyteller’ KATIE FFORDE‘Harriet Evans is our go-to author for sweeping cross-generational stories’ FABULOUS‘A pure delight from start to finish. You’ll be longing for the next book’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING‘The very definition of escape’ VERONICA HENRY‘[Harriet] has such a skill to draw readers in, and any fans of multi-generational stories will love this one’ PRIMA‘An absolute treat’ RED‘Packed with beautiful characterisation and atmospheric settings’ WOMAN & HOME

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Don''t miss the STUNNING new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author, Harriet Evans - THE BELOVED GIRLS is available to buy now!''Spellbinding'' Independent''My top book of 2019'' DINAH JEFFRIES''Her best yet'' i newspaper''Gripping'' Irish Times''Gorgeous'' VERONICA HENRY''A poignant story of love and loss'' Daily Mail MUST READS ''I can''t remember the last time I was so enthralled'' Red''Epic, absorbing . . . full of intrigue and emotion'' Fabulous''A sweeping novel you won''t put down'' Katie Fforde Who would choose to destroy what they love the most? Nightingale House, 1919.Liddy Horner discovers her husband, the world-famous artist Sir Edward Horner, burning his best-known painting The Garden of Lost and Found days before his sudden death.Nightingale House was the Horner family''s beloved home - a gem of design created to inspire happiness - and it was here Ned painted The Garden of Lost and Found, capturing his children on a perfect day, playing in the rambling Eden he and Liddy made for them.One magical moment. Before it all came tumbling down...When Ned and Liddy''s great-granddaughter Juliet is sent the key to Nightingale House, she opens the door onto a forgotten world. The house holds its mysteries close but she is in search of answers. Something shattered this corner of paradise. But what? Lose yourself in this unputdownable tale of the enduring power of family love, told by three generations of extraordinary women. . . Readers love The Garden of Lost and Found''This sweeping tale is by turns painfully sad and heart-lifting, with characters that stay with you'' Good Housekeeping ''Evans'' storytelling feels both authentic and satisfying. An immersive mystery'' Woman & Home''Evans tells a poignant tale of the Horner family and their magical, mysterious country home'' Woman''Engrossing and clever and funny and beautifully observed . . . I recommend it wholeheartedly'' Clothes in Books blogDiscover THE BELOVED GIRLS: your next unputdownable novel of family secrets, betrayal and one golden summer . . . Out now!

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This is Frog. Will you help him as he bounces about the rainforest? Let’s jump right in . . . Jump into Frog''s whopping, hopping, non-stopping interactive adventure! Full of questions, challenges and engaging instructions, this book will take your little reader on a thrilling journey through the rainforest with quirky, adorable Frog. Show Frog how to catch his dinner with his tongue, protect him from the dangers of the rainforest, and trace a path with your finger to help him find his way! With eye-catching illustrations by Jacqui Lee and humorous text by Harriet Evans, this gripping board book immerses readers in the world of the rainforest.Also Available: This Is OwlDon''t miss the gorgeous picture books in this series, including This Is Owl and This Is Crab!

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The creatures living on this farm will keep you on your toes. You think you can outsmart them? Well, let''s see how that goes! Don’t cause alarm at the farm and you’ll have a hay-larious time meeting the characters in this udder-ly awesome pop-up book!This bright, engaging pop-up book is packed with puns to get your little reader giggling! Turn the pages to reveal hilarious farm animals who pop-up in all sorts of scenarios, from startled roosters and sock-munching goats to DJ pigs and dancing cows. With vibrant illustrations by Michael Slack and witty rhyming text by Harriet Evans, this book is guaranteed to be a humorous hit!Don''t miss the other pop-up books in this fabulously funny series: Don''t Ever Take a T-Rex Out For Tea and Don''t Ever Smile at a Shark

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Learn about the mysteries of nature in this stylish lift-the-flap book by Linda Tordoff and Harriet Evans. From rain to rainbow and from waxing to waning, readers will love looking at all the beautiful changes which take place in the natural world. Tactile flaps and gentle artwork take little learners on a journey of discovery through wildlife's most miraculous wonders.

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Then: Fane Hall Sarah has spent a lifetime trying to bury memories of her childhood: the constant fear, the horror of her school days, and Fane, the vast, crumbling house that was the sole obsession of her mother, Iris, a woman as beautiful as she was cruel. 1969: Hampstead Rescuing herself from the shadow of Fane, talented Sarah forges a career as a cellist and marries the love of her life, Daniel.But when they move into a near-derelict house in Hampstead and try to get on with becoming a family, Sarah finds the past will not let her go. Can she break free of the hold of Fane and her mother, and keep the promise she made as a child one magical starry night?

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How did the Vikings travel as far afield as modern-day Canada and Baghdad? Why were their most fearsome warriors called berserkers? And what does doomsday have to do with nail hygiene?Readers can discover the truth behind some of the most incredible Viking stories and superstitions and unearth the most fascinating aspects of an ancient culture in this immersive book. With more than 80 lift-the-flaps and flaps under flaps, there's plenty of history to uncover.

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Scientists often take a leaf from nature when devising inventions. Find out more and let your imagination soar:Discover how nature has inspired some great creations, from the Wright Brothers'' first aeroplane to Eiji Nakatsu''s bullet train.Meet brilliant birds, boisterous bats, and family trees as we celebrate the creatures of the sky.Explore the human and natural world, from bee discos to the design of outer-space cameras.

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There is a world within me. I am not just one thing. From your sunrise-matching serenity and rainforest-rousing loudness to your glacier-like patience and clifftop-clambering courage, this book is a celebration of all the different facets that make you . . . YOU! With intricate peek-through holes, Anna Wilson's stunning illustrations conjure a cosmos that reflects all the amazing and varied parts of your personality. Embark on a journey through the landscapes inside yourself.

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William Evans, the award-winning poet and cofounder of the popular culture website Black Nerd Problems, offers an emotionally vulnerable poetry collection exploring the themes of inheritances, dreams, and injuries that are passed down from one generation to the next and delving into the lived experience of a black man in the American suburbs today.In We Inherit What the Fires Left, award-winning poet William Evans embarks on a powerful new collection that explores the lived experience of race in the American suburbs and what dreams and injuries are passed from generation to generation. Fall under the spell of Evans’s boldly intimate, wise, and emotionally candid voice in these urgent, electrifying poems. This eloquent collection explores not only what these inheritances are composed of, but what price the bearer must pay for such legacies, and the costly tolls exacted on both body and spirit. Evans writes searingly from the perspective of the marginalized, delivering an unflinching examination of what it is like to be a black man raising a daughter in predominantly white spaces, and the struggle to build a home and a future while carrying the weight of the past. However, in beautiful and quiet scenes of domesticity with his daughter or in thoughtful reflection within himself, Evans offers words of hope to readers, proving that resilience can ultimately bloom even in the face of prejudice. Readers of Ta-Nehisi Coates and Hanif Abdurraqib will find a brilliant, fresh new talent to add to their lists in William Evans.

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The next thrilling book in Lizzie Lane's superb, bestselling series The Tobacco GirlsLife for the Tobacco Girls isn’t getting any easier... Bristol, 1943Bridget Milligan has donned a uniform and joined the nursing services where she becomes intrigued with the miracles of modern medicine. She’s also torn between family loyalty, her new career and Lyndon O’Neill, the love of her life. Is it too impossible to hope that everything will come out right in the end?Phyllis Harvey is still serving in Malta where she sees the casualties of war first hand. Finally it seems like Phyllis is blessed with true in love, but fate can sometimes be a rocky road and nothing is that certain. Maisie Miles is left holding the home front at the tobacco factory but with the sudden death of her grandmother finds herself once more alone in the world. However, thanks to a substantial inheritance, she is able to extend a helping hand to a friend in desperate need. There are tears and laughter, goodbyes and new arrivals along with the hope that new beginnings are not far over the horizon. An atmospheric historical saga following the lives and loves of those who work in Bristol’s famous Tobacco Factory. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella J Miller and Tracy Baines. Have you tried Lizzie Lane’s other series – Coronation Close and the Orchard Cottage Hospital – you’ll just love them!What readers are saying about The Tobacco Factory series:'Great book. Loved this book , really enjoying this saga, can't wait to read the next book in the series. Fully recommend..a must read..' - Reader Review'Brilliant series. Oh my, the story of The Tobacco Girls gets better with each book.'- Reader Review'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' - Rosie Goodwin'Another brilliant story, as usual You can really get into all the individual characters. I love historical WW2 stories.' - Reader Review'Great read. Yes another start to a great read and so pleased it's the first of the next few, Got them all waiting and ready' - Reader Review'The Tobacco Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans.' - Jean Fullerton'Really interesting facts, and great characters already. can't wait for the next book in the series. would highly reccomend this book.' - Reader Review'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they were then.' - Catrin Collier'Thoroughly enjoyed the first book and cant wait to read how the 3 girls got on during and after the war. I really felt as if I lived in that era as the book had drawn me right in.' - Reader Review'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' - Fenella J Miller' A real page turner. This is an intriguing start to a new series. The characters are fully rounded and we are drawn into the darker side of life in Bristol during the first world war.' - Reader Review'The Tobacco Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans.' Bestselling Author, Jean Fullerton'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they were then.' Bestselling Author, Catrin Collier'Lizzie Lane's stories get me to and from work every day. Love them.' Reader Review

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''Breath-taking . . . Evans brings forensic observation and brave grace to turbulent waters and the infinitesimal rituals of care'' NANCY CAMPBELL''Evans hears the world around her like no one else; she paces from beauty to agony and back without missing a step'' NOREEN MASUD''Balances a hypnotically dreamy and filmic vision with a precise and unsentimental lyric voice'' POLLY ATKIN------------------------------------------------------------------------From the multi-award-winning poet: a new collection of soaring lyricism and desire, exploring the act of care and the consequences of lovingUnder the Blue is an arresting, deeply candid exploration of both the shimmering beauty of life and the realities of care. Through a series of glittering fragmental prose poems and evocative postcards, Suzannah V. Evans has produced a kaleidoscopic meditation grounded by profound humanity and empathy – about intimacy and togetherness, sickness and pain, what can be said and what remains unsayable.------------------------------------------------------------------------''Catches us in the complexity of pleasure and pain that is being bodies in this world'' PHOEBE POWER''Understated, true and wise ... A poetic waterlog buoyed by the rhythms of love'' ISABEL GALLEYMORE

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''Completely original, quietly chilling. Mean Girls meets We Were Liars in this compelling, cat-and-mouse thriller featuring enemies made, secrets kept, and tables turned'' LISA GARDNERIf Heathers met The Secret History . . . a darkly gripping coming-of-age story in which friendships can turn deadly in a school which hides devastating secrets. Perfect for fans of My Dark Vanessa. .................It''s 1991, and at the St. Ambrose School for Girls, the exquisite Greta Stanhope reigns supreme. She''s rich, beautiful - and malicious. Sarah Taylor is the new girl at St. Ambrose. Exiled to the elite New England boarding school, Sarah finds the girls here are glossy and sharp-tongued. Withdrawn, prickly and fragile, she doesn''t fit in. Greta won''t let Sarah forget that she''ll never be one of them. But Sarah is determined not to give Greta the satisfaction of breaking her. Yet the line between teenage rivalry and something much darker is thin. When someone ends up dead, Sarah finds herself unravelling. Just how far will she go to protect her own secrets? And is she prepared for what the other girls will do to do the same?Deliciously dark and razor-sharp, The St. Ambrose School for Girls is a compulsive novel that will stay with you long after you turn the last page..................Praise for The St. Ambrose School for Girls:''An intricate, unflinching portrait of growing up, fitting in, and speaking out. The St. Ambrose School for Girls is both a taut thriller and a study on the intensity of teenage relationships and coming-of-age emotions. With its vivid campus setting, twisty mystery, and cast of complicated female characters, this story will burrow into readers'' heads and stay there'' LAURIE ELIZABETH FLYNN, author of The Girls Are All So Nice Here''Mental health, friendship, loyalty, jealousy, corruption, and love all have a place in this highly recommended novel that takes readers on a roller-coaster of events and emotions that the characters experience'' Library Journal (starred review)''Ward tells the story of a vulnerable teen struggling to fit in at a tony boarding school with deep compassion and a lyrical ferocity. A riveting, twisty read'' FIONA DAVIS, New York Times bestselling author of The Magnolia Palace

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**A heart-warming and inspiring story of incredible women on the home-front during World War II from the author of The Bomb Girls**Can four girls protect a whole country? It''s 1941 and the country has been turned upside down. For the aristocratic Walsingham family this means being pushed unceremoniously upstairs while their grand home is taken over by the Army. But for newcomers Ava and Maudie this is a chance to get something more from life. They are at Walsingham Hall to become code girls and break German encryptions. So being sent downstairs to work in the kitchens isn''t exactly what they had in mind. But they do their duty, make new friends and soon even romance looks to be on the horizon. Though life is tough, it has never been more exciting. Meanwhile, upstairs, Lord Walsingham is hiding something. And Maudie and the girls realize that the safety of their country might actually be in their hands after all . . . *PREORDER THE BOMB GIRLS SECRETS NOW*Praise for The Code GirlsFeisty young women, a country house in wartime and a scheming aristocrat - all ingredients for a cracking story with truly endearing characters - Annie Murray, bestselling author of, Now The War Is OverPraise for Daisy Styles''A great read that I think will appeal to fans of wartime sagas and authors like Donna Douglas . . . From dances to disasters, encounters with handsome Yanks, rationing and relationships, The Bomb Girls has all the ingredients of an excellent wartime drama and I thoroughly enjoyed it!'' Onemorepage.com''The story is full of drama, love, heartbreak, friendship and in some part some comedy . . . It''s full of twist and turns and is a real page turner'' LaurahbookblogHere''s what the early readers are saying . . . ''Loved, loved, loved it! ... Cannot wait to read more by this author''''This story tells the story of four very different young girls and how they come together to help the war effect in their own way . . . would highly recommend to others''''A beautifully written book ... An excellent read, from the relationships, the cooking, the love interests and the way war affected everyone''s lives. A must read!''''This book had me gripped from the first page and I had it read in one sitting''''I really loved these characters, they were feisty and believable. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone who enjoys wartime stories. This is one of the best''''I really enjoyed Daisy Styles The Bomb Girls so was overjoyed to find she had written another set in the same era ... a really good story with interesting likable characters''''The storyline was exciting, the characters so interesting and the era well descripted. I would definitely recommend this book''''Fab book!''''Fantastic ... This was full of twists, turns, ups and downs; a real rollercoaster. Loved the plot and loved all the characters. Highly recommended''''I absolutely love these type of books and this one certainly was a great read.. Actually no it wasn''t just great it was fantastic''

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A sharp thriller with a twist of the supernatural from a masterful sci-fi writer."Lauren James is a genius." SFX Magazine"Lauren James isn't just headed for the stars - she's already there." Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange TreeWhat if death is only the beginning?When Harriet Stoker dies after falling from a balcony in a long-abandoned building, she discovers a world of ghosts with magical powers - shape-shifting, hypnosis, even the ability to possess the living. Felix, Kasper, Rima and Leah welcome her into their world, eager to make friends with the new arrival. Yet Harriet is more interested in unleashing her own power, even if it means destroying everyone around her. But when all of eternity is at stake, the afterlife can be a dangerous place to make an enemy.

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Winner of the Book of the Year at The Isle of Wight Book Awards''As immersive and compelling as the girls themselves. You will get lost in their lives, and want to stay with them forever’ Jennie Godfrey‘A dazzlingly layered family portrait with a mystery at its heart, complete with a cast of characters who feel so real’ Claire Daverley‘A story full of secrets, the weight of family expectations and the love that binds us together, this is a brilliantly readable debut’ Fabulous‘A glamorous family drama… If you love books about rich, beautiful people behaving badly… then you are going to adore The Garnett Girls’Red****Love makes you do things you never thought you were capable of…Margo and Richard’s love affair was fiery, forbidden and all-consuming, but ultimately doomed. When it imploded, Margo was left broken.Margo never spoke a word about the man who abandoned his young family so easily. She’s forged a new life which she’s determined to live her own way, despite the disapproval of her daughters.Her eldest, Rachel longs to escape the responsibility of caring for Sandcove, the crumbling house where she and her sisters were left to run wild.Dreamy Imogen should be getting ready for her wedding but is feeling a dangerous connection to a beautiful stranger.And the youngest of the three, wild, passionate Sacha, is carrying a secret from their past that will shake the family to its core…The Garnett Girls is the Sunday Times bestselling debut which asks whether children can ever be free of the mistakes of their parents.****Readers love The Garnett Girls!''It''s hard to believe this is actually the author''s debut… Brilliant, often moving, constantly relatable tale of family, relationships and heartbreak'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A wonderfully immersive read. It’s beautifully written – a family drama with a hint of intrigue'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''The Garnett Girls is a glorious family saga which swept me along, riding the highs and the lows of the three sisters… I felt like I was sitting around a table with friends'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I was completely immersed in the Garnett girls'' world. I still find myself thinking of each of them even after finishing the book… Loved it!''⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐****Praise for The Garnett Girls:''A rare and wonderful delight’ Lucy Foley‘I adored it’ Bryony Gordon‘A delicious read’ Rachel Joyce‘Richly drawn’ Patrick Gale‘What a gem of a book!’ Erica James‘A smashing debut exploring the secrets every family keeps’ Daisy Goodwin‘Pure pleasure’ Emma Stonex‘Beautifully written’ Jill Mansell‘A wonderfully woven tale of love, friendship and family’ Catherine Alliott

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A COMMON SENSE SELECTION (Common Sense Media)With fairytale-like stories about Greta Thunberg, Autumn Peltier, and Rachel Carson, Rebel Girls Climate Warriors: 25 Tales of Environmental Allies spotlights the world-changing work of women on the frontlines of the fight for climate justice.Meet conservationists, activists, water protectors, philanthropists, authors, and other women from all over the world who have stood up to polluters and used their amazing talents to protect the planet.Rebel Girls Climate Warriors is part of the award-winning Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series.It is illustrated by female and nonbinary artists from around the world.Join Greta Thunberg for a climate strike. Plant a tree with Wangari Maathai. Stand with water protector Autumn Peltier. And turn trash into profits and independence with Isatou Ceesay. Rebel Girls Climate Warriors tells the stories of the ingenuity and commitment of these women and more, including Canadian novelist Margaret Atwood, Nigerian activist Esohe Ozigbo, Indigenous Ecuadorian leader Nemonte Nenquimo, and Thai landscape architect Kotchakorn Voraakhom.Unlock bonus audio stories of some of the extraordinary women and girls featured in this book on the Rebel Girls app. Whenever you come across a bookmark icon on the page, scan the QR code, and you''ll be whisked away on an audio adventure! You''ll also discover 100+ creative activities and stories of even more trailblazing women on the app.

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''Glorious! Glamorous, feisty women living through shifting times. Wonderful escapism'' TRACY REESFrom the top ten bestselling author of The Glorious Guinness Girls, a stunning new novel of secrets, scandals and passions which follows the three enigmatic Guinness sisters, set in Ireland and London in the fascinating 1930s. ''An utterly captivating insight into these fascinating women and the times they lived in ... it''s an absolute page-turner'' Irish Independent ''Fans of Downton Abbey will adore this, and it would be surprising if the book weren''t made into a luscious mini-series'' The Sunday Times on The Glorious Guinness GirlsAs Aileen, Maureen and Oonagh - the three privileged Guinness sisters, darlings of society in Dublin and London - settle into becoming wives and mothers, they quickly discover that their gilded upbringing could not have prepared them for the realities of married life.For the eldest, Aileen, in Luttrellstown Castle outside Dublin, being married offers far less than she had expected;for outspoken Maureen, in the crumbling Clandeboye in Northern Ireland, marriage means intense passion, but fiercerows; while Oonagh''s dream of romantic love in London is shattered by her husband''s lies.And as 1930s Britain becomes increasingly politically polarised, the sisters'' close friends, the Mitfords, find themselves under the media glare - causing the Guinness women to examine their own lives.Inspired by true-life events, The Guinness Girls: A Hint of Scandal is a sweeping, epic novel of Ireland and Britain in the grip of change, and a story of how three women who wanted for nothing were about to learn that they couldn''t have everything.Praise for The Glorious Guinness Girls:''If, like me, you have binge-watched Bridgerton then this book is bound to be your cup of tea'' Scribbles by Kat''A captivating and page-turning novel about a fascinating family. Fantastic'' Sinéad Moriarty''The Glorious Guinness Girls has already been compared, and rightly so, to Downton Abbey. The two share a delicious comfort-blanket quality, only in the book''s case, you do not need to wait until Sunday evenings before availing of its escapist properties. The story combines the intimacy of a family drama, set against the most opulent of backdrops, with sweeping historical themes. The tragic fragility of so many of the Guinness Girls'' set - that ability to burn bright, but burn fast, is perfectly captured here'' Irish Independent''A must for all Downton Abbey fans, The Glorious Guinness Girls is a gorgeous book, a captivating tale about a young girl caught up in the lifestyle of a family that continues to fascinate - the Guinness Family. A joy to read'' Swirl and Thread

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''A truly fascinating must-read'' – Elinor Cleghorn, bestselling author of Unwell Women''Powerful and well-researched. The Lost Girls of Autism shines a much-needed spotlight on a critical issue'' – Dr Maureen Dunne, author of The Neurodiversity EdgeThe history of autism is male. It is time for women and girls to enter the spotlight.When autistic girls meet clinicians, they are often misdiagnosed with anxiety, depression, personality disorders – or receive no diagnosis at all. Autism’s ‘male spotlight’ means we are only now starting to redress this profound injustice.In The Lost Girls of Autism, renowned brain scientist Gina Rippon delves into the emerging science of female autism, asking why it has been systematically ignored for so long. Generations of researchers, convinced autism was a male problem, simply didn’t bother looking for it in women. But it is now becoming increasingly clear that many autistic women and girls do not fit the traditional, male, model of autism. Instead, they camouflage and mask, hiding their autistic traits to accommodate a society that shuns them.Urgent and insightful, this is a searching examination of how sexism has biased our understanding of autism. Informed by the latest research in psychology and neuroscience, The Lost Girls of Autism is a clarion call for society to recognize the full spectrum of autistic experience.

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The sixth heartwarming instalment in the Cornish Girls saga series perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Elaine EverestWill the Cornish girls come out on top once the war is finally over?Bude, Cornwall 1944.Even in Cornwall, the war shows no signs of slowing…When tragic circumstances force Alice to give up her spy training, she is distraught. That is, until she’s asked to join a specialist group of codebreakers who might just find the key to winning the war.Young Imogen feels impotent to help her beloved Cornwall as war rages on. When she suspects the attractive new Vicar of betraying their country, she''s determined to uncover his deceit.Meanwhile, American Pearl - entertainer to the troops – pours her heart into into the war effort to boost morale, despite being jilted by her sweetheart. Can she find a home, and maybe even a family, in Bude?As the war continues to rage on, will the Cornish Girls make it through to victory together?Readers love Victory for the Cornish Girls:‘Absolutely love this saga. Can''t get enough of the storylines and characters’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What a good read’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The Cornish Girls have been one of my favourite wartime series of all time and both starting and ending the war with them over the years has been a true joy to read’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A nice romantic story of three girls trying to find love at the end of WWII’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The book was so amazing! It was very well written, and the plot line very well. I would highly recommend this book’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Wonderful characters’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A brilliant family saga’ NetGalley review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Catch up on Lizzie Lane's gritty, historical saga series set in Bristol's Tobacco factories...As war rages, everyone has to do their bit... Bristol. 1941As the clouds of war grow bleaker both at home and abroad, the Tobacco Girls are determined to do their bit for King and Country. To that end Maisie Miles and Bridget Milligan become voluntary ambulance drivers. As well as coping with the frequent air raids, Maisie is kept on her toes with three new junior employees one of whom is particularly testing. Bridget’s heart becomes torn between family loyalty and American tobacco tycoon Lyndon O’Neill III, the man she loves. Meanwhile Phyllis Harvey has joined the WAAF, opting to serve overseas whilst trying to escape her past. Her letters home are upbeat and her friends are initially envious of descriptions of sunshine and blue sea. The truth she hides is that life on the island of Malta is fraught with extreme food shortages, daily air raids and the fear that tomorrow might never come. The future appears far less certain as the reality of war bites into The Tobacco Girls’ lives. An atmospheric historical saga following the lives and loves of those who work in Bristol’s famous Tobacco Factory. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella J Miller and Tracy Baines. Have you tried Lizzie Lane’s other series – Coronation Close and the Orchard Cottage Hospital – you’ll just love them!What readers are saying about The Tobacco Factory series:'Brilliant series. Oh my, the story of The Tobacco Girls gets better with each book.'- Reader Review'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' - Rosie Goodwin'Another brilliant story, as usual You can really get into all the individual characters. I love historical WW2 stories.' - Reader Review'Great read. Yes another start to a great read and so pleased it's the first of the next few, Got them all waiting and ready' - Reader Review'The Tobacco Girls is another heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans.' - Jean Fullerton'Really interesting facts, and great characters already. can't wait for the next book in the series. would highly reccomend this book.' - Reader Review'Lizzie Lane opens the door to a past of factory girls, redolent with life-affirming friendship, drama, and choices that are as relevant today as they were then.' - Catrin Collier'Thoroughly enjoyed the first book and cant wait to read how the 3 girls got on during and after the war. I really felt as if I lived in that era as the book had drawn me right in.' - Reader Review'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane.' - Fenella J Miller' A real page turner. This is an intriguing start to a new series. The characters are fully rounded and we are drawn into the darker side of life in Bristol during the first world war.' - Reader Review

Objev podobné jako Fire and Fury for the Tobacco Girls - Lizzie Lane

Pakistani artist and activist Shehzil Malik’s empowering picture book celebrates girls carving out the right to ride bikes, in a society where it’s traditionally been only allowed for boys.Zoey has never ridden a bike, as most people in her part of the world feel it’s strictly for boys. So when Sophie and Maya invite her to ride with them in the park, and offer to teach her how, she’s beyond excited. And once she gets the hang of it, she falls in love with the feeling of flying on her bike. But when the girls decide to leave the security of the park and venture into the city, it does not go smoothly—the people are not used to seeing girls riding bikes! Could Zoey’s dad be right that it’s not safe for girls to ride? Or is there something the friends can do to challenge the status quo about girls on bikes?Inspired by the author’s experiences, this empowering story shows that while the rights some of us might take for granted aren’t enjoyed by everyone, change is possible!

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Cosy up with the heartwarming and festive wartime story of a group of women finding joy in troubled times, from the beloved Bomb Girls series''It made me smile and it made me cry'' 5***** Reader Review ''An absolute joy to read'' Kate Thompson, bestselling author of Secrets of the Homefront Girls''Wonderful writing which brought history alive'' 5***** Reader Review _________ In times of trouble, can wishes come true? . . . A factory floor might not be their first choice of a place to spend Christmas but pulling together and making do is exactly where the Bomb Girls shine. Gladys, back from singing for the troops in Europe, quietly takes her place on the cordite line. Her old friends are determined to bring back her spark while they work hard to help their country. But what dark secret lies in Gladys''s heart?Will the girls see out another year in a country at war?And, if everyone does their bit, despite the worry, pain and toil, will the Bomb Girls be able to enjoy a wonderful Christmas for all? _________ ''A cracking story with truly endearing characters'' Annie Murray, bestselling author of Now the War is Over ''What a page turner'' 5***** Reader Review ''Couldn''t put this book down'' 5***** Reader Review

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The jaw-dropping, page-turning, critically-acclaimed book of the year: a serial-killer thriller unlike any other from the award-winning Lauren Beukes. ‘GONE GIRL has not exactly gone. But THE SHINING GIRLS have arrived’ (The Times).THE SHINING GIRLS is now streaming on Apple TV+, starring Elisabeth Moss and Jamie Bell“It’s not my fault. It’s yours. You shouldn’t shine. You shouldn’t make me do this.”Chicago 1931. Harper Curtis, a violent drifter, stumbles on a house with a secret as shocking as his own twisted nature – it opens onto other times. He uses it to stalk his carefully chosen ''shining girls'' through the decades – and cut the spark out of them.He’s the perfect killer. Unstoppable. Untraceable. He thinks…Chicago, 1992. They say what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. Tell that to Kirby Mazrachi, whose life was shattered after a brutal attempt to murder her. Still struggling to find her attacker, her only ally is Dan, an ex-homicide reporter who covered her case and now might be falling in love with her.As Kirby investigates, she finds the other girls – the ones who didn’t make it. The evidence is … impossible. But for a girl who should be dead, impossible doesn’t mean it didn’t happen…

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''We are the Beloved. We are intimately loved long before our parents, teachers, spouses, children and friends loved or wounded us. That''s the truth of our lives. That''s the truth I want you to claim for yourself. That''s the truth spoken by the voice that says, "You are my Beloved."'' - Henri Nouwen, Life of the Beloved Henri Nouwen, priest, professor and writer, devoted much of his later ministry to emphasising the singular concept of our identity as the Beloved of God. In an interview, he said that he believed the central moment in Jesus'' public ministry to be his baptism in the Jordan, when Jesus heard the affirmation, ''You are my beloved son on whom my favour rests.'' ''That is the core experience of Jesus,'' Nouwen writes. ''He is reminded in a deep, deep way of who he is ... I think his whole life is continually claiming that identity in the midst of everything.''You Are Beloved is a daily devotional created from the very best of Nouwen''s writings, paired with daily Scripture readings, that reveals our identity as children of God, and which encourages us to live out that truth in our daily lives. Nouwen is at once refreshingly accessible, unafraid to wrestle with challenging questions, and above all an encouraging and sympathetic voice along the way.

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THE NAIL-BITING THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE COUPLE AT NO 9 SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE. SO DID THE OTHERS . . .''Douglas''s best yet - an ingenious concept with a corker of a twist'' GILLIAN MCALLISTER, bestselling author of THAT NIGHT''An immersive page-turner with a twist I didn''t see coming'' SARAH VAUGHAN, bestselling author of LITTLE DISASTERS________ *CARER/COMPANION WANTED FOR ELDERLY LADY* *YOUNG FEMALE PREFERRED * COMPETITIVE SALARY* *ROOM AND BOARD INCLUDED* Una Richardson is devastated after the death of her mother. Hoping for a fresh start, she responds to an advertisement and steps into the rich, comforting world of elderly Mrs Elspeth McKenzie. But Elspeth''s home is not as safe as it seems. Kathryn, her cold and bitter daughter, resents Una''s presence. More disturbing is the evidence suggesting two girls lived here before. What happened to the girls? Why will the McKenzies not talk about them? As the walls close in around her, Una fears she''ll end up just like the other girls . . . ________ ''A thriller that will leave you in a spin'' Sun ''A chilling novel. Very hard to put down'' Gilly MacMillan ''A wickedly clever page-turner of a psychothriller'' Emma Curtis ''If you like thrillers with plenty of killer twists and turns, then Just Like The Other Girls should definitely be high on your reading list'' My Weekly Praise for Claire Douglas: ''Few people do psychological thrillers as claustrophobic and as creepy as Claire Douglas'' TIM WEAVER, bestselling author of No One Home ''Tense, claustrophobic and gripping'' Paula Daly ''Absorbing and chilling'' Karen Perry ''Thrillingly tense and twisty'' B A Paris ''Kept me up last night - scary, twisty, all too believable'' Jane Corry

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Four starred reviews! An all-girls school is struck with mysterious cases of screaming hysteria in this dark academia “thrilling mix of ghost story and realism” (School Library Journal, starred review) haunted by a deeply buried history clawing to the light.For over a hundred years, girls have fought to attend St. Bernadette’s, with its reputation for shaping only the best and brightest young women. Unfortunately, there is also the screaming. When a student begins to scream in the middle of class, a chain reaction starts that impacts the entire school. By the end of the day, seventeen girls are affected—along with St. Bernadette’s stellar reputation. Khadijah’s got her own scars to tend to, and watching her friends succumb to hysteria only rips apart wounds she’d rather keep closed. But when her sister falls to the screams, Khad knows she’s the only one who can save her. Rachel has always been far too occupied trying to reconcile her overbearing mother’s expectations with her own secret ambitions to pay attention to school antics. But just as Rachel finds her voice, it turns into screams. Together, the two girls find themselves digging deeper into the school’s dark history, hunting for the truth. Little do they know that a specter lurks in the darkness, watching, waiting, and hungry for its next victim…

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The fourth heartwarming book in the Cornish Girls saga series perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Elaine EverestCan the bonds of motherhood give them the strength they’ll need to get through the war? St Ives, Spring 1943.After having given up her baby at seventeen, Sonya is inspired by her work at an orphanage to discover what happened to her daughter twenty-five years ago. Reunited, they struggle to bond whilst braving the war together.Nurse Lily has returned to St Ives to finish training as a midwife. But when old flame Tristan is brought in wounded, she must put the past firmly to bed in order to care for him.And working at Tristan’s convalescent home, Mary longs for the romance she reads of in her novels. But her overprotective mother is making that more difficult at every turn…In times of war, the Cornish Girls can rely on one another to make it through. But can they lean on the bonds of motherhood for support too?A heart-warming tale of motherhood in wartime, for fans of Nancy Revell and Donna Douglas.Readers have been swept away by the Cornish Girls:‘Romance…friendship…orphans…family…women helping in any way they can…Don’t miss this book’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A lovely historical war story. Can''t wait to read what happens next in this saga…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘How nice it was to catch up with [the Cornish Girls]. I so hope [they] continue with their antics…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Plenty of twists and turns, well written, likeable characters and easy to follow. I''m already looking forward to the next in the series…’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A great read – highly recommended’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A lovely five star read! I look forward to the next one!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Much loved characters that will stay with you, due to their courage, determination and patriotic spirit – five stars from me’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Sugar, spice, and everything nice: these were the ingredients chosen to create the perfect little girls and the perfect recipes for breakfast foods, entrees, desserts, snacks, and drinks in The Powerpuff Girls: The Official Cookbook.Inspired by the many crime-fighting heroes, villains, and food references from Townsville, this official, action-packed cookbook includes 55+ recipes from Beat Your Greens to Power Lunch. With The Powerpuff Girls: The Official Cookbook, fans can recreate The Mayor''s Favorite Pickle and Turkey Sandwiches, Sweets for Mojo Jojo, Professor Utoniom''s Chemical X Chili, and more! Featuring full-color photography, The Powerpuff Girls: The Official Cookbook features suggestions for alternate ingredients and tips and tricks from crime-fighting kindergarteners Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup.

Objev podobné jako The Powerpuff Girls: The Official Cookbook - West Tracey, Lisa Kingsley

An all-girls school is struck with mysterious cases of screaming hysteria in this chilling dark academia thriller haunted by a deeply buried history clawing to the light.For over a hundred years, girls have fought to attend St. Bernadette’s, with its reputation for shaping only the best and brightest young women. Unfortunately, there is also the screaming. When a student begins to scream in the middle of class, a chain reaction starts that impacts the entire school. By the end of the day, seventeen girls are affected—along with St. Bernadette’s stellar reputation. Khadijah’s got her own scars to tend to, and watching her friends succumb to hysteria only rips apart wounds she’d rather keep closed. But when her sister falls to the screams, Khad knows she’s the only one who can save her. Rachel has always been far too occupied trying to reconcile her overbearing mother’s expectations with her own secret ambitions to pay attention to school antics. But just as Rachel finds her voice, it turns into screams. Together, the two girls find themselves digging deeper into the school’s dark history, hunting for the truth. Little do they know that a specter lurks in the darkness, watching, waiting, and hungry for its next victim…

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Find out what the Harpers Girls have been up to in the next instalment in the bestselling Harpers Emporium series from Rosie Clarke.Can the Harpers Girls look forward to some happy times as a new dawn rises over London?Oxford Street, London 1918Sally Harper is busy juggling running London’s Oxford Street Store Harpers and looking after her beautiful new-born daughter, whilst husband Ben is overseas on another dangerous mission, this time to rescue a friend in need. Young Becky Stockbridge finds herself in a difficult situation which could bring shame to her and her family. Will Becky, with the help of her friends find her happy ever after and keep her secret?Marion Jackson is blessed with a son as she eagerly awaits the return of her husband Reggie. But all is not right when Reggie returns. Is Marion strong enough to save her family from yet another crisis?As the war clouds retreat and the victory bells ring, tears and joy mingle with those of sadness as the world counts the true toll of war and celebrates peace. A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. Have you tried Rosie Clarke’s Mulberry Lane, Dressmakers Alley or Blackberry Farm series – you’ll just love them!What readers are saying about Harpers Emporium:' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' -* Kitty Neale*'Love it. Read the whole series. Love them. I just love Rosie Clarke. Now got to find something else. I just find her reading so easy.' - Reader Review'Good read. Very good storyline Harper's Girls can begin to get on with there lives now the war has ended. Would recommend to read.' - Reader Review'A lovely read. English saga writing at its best: wonderful characters, emotional, warm, lovely, highly recommend' - Reader Review'Heart Warming, Compelling and Authentic, that features strong friendships, trials and tribulations of each woman, strong, relatable female characters, and a wonderfully enchanting location '- Reader Review'This book is brilliantly written and the descriptions are so well done that you feel like you are there in the book as a character. ' - Reader Review'I got sucked in immediately and could not put it down!' - Reader Review'I can 100% guarantee that I will be reading more of Rosie's work in the future'- Reader Review

Objev podobné jako Victory Bells For The Harpers Girls - Rosie Clarke

SHORTLISTED FOR CHILDREN’S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2022''Thank you for being the baddest in the literary game, knowing and loving us Black girls'' CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, author of Queenie''Such a loving and warm guide and ode to black girls, I am so happy the younger generation have this in their lives'' BOLU BABALOLA, author of Love in ColourYour big sis in book form, Grown is the ultimate fully illustrated guide to navigating life as a Black teenage girl. With a foreword from the inimitable Spice Girl Melanie Brown and contributions from inspirational Black women such as Diane Abbott MP, Dorothy Koomson and Candice Carty-Williams and illustrations from Dorcas Magbadelo, Grown is a celebration of Black British girlhood that will empower teens everywhere.Being a teenager and trying to understand who you are and what you stand for is hard. Period. But if you''re a Black girl and don''t always see yourself represented in the books you read, the films you watch, the adverts you see or the history you''re taught, it can be even tougher. Grown: The Black Girls'' Guide to Glowing Up was written with one thing in mind sis. You.From understanding identity to the politics of hair to maintaining squad goals to dealing with microaggressions to consent to figuring out what career you might want, Grown has got your back. Natalie A. Carter and Melissa Cummings-Quarry, founders of Black Girls'' Book Club, share stories - the wins and the Ls - and offer honest, practical advice that will show you how to own your choices. To live your truth without fear. To be grown on your own terms without limits or apologies.Grown. It''s a mood. It''s a mindset. It''s a mantra. It''s a lifestyle. It embodies everything that makes us who we are.

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Three starred reviews! An all-girls school is struck with mysterious cases of screaming hysteria in this “gripping, perceptive” (Booklist, starred review) dark academia young adult thriller haunted by a deeply buried history clawing to the light.For over a hundred years, girls have fought to attend St. Bernadette’s, with its reputation for shaping only the best and brightest young women. Unfortunately, there is also the screaming. When a student begins to scream in the middle of class, a chain reaction starts that impacts the entire school. By the end of the day, seventeen girls are affected—along with St. Bernadette’s stellar reputation. Khadijah’s got her own scars to tend to, and watching her friends succumb to hysteria only rips apart wounds she’d rather keep closed. But when her sister falls to the screams, Khad knows she’s the only one who can save her. Rachel has always been far too occupied trying to reconcile her overbearing mother’s expectations with her own secret ambitions to pay attention to school antics. But just as Rachel finds her voice, it turns into screams. Together, the two girls find themselves digging deeper into the school’s dark history, hunting for the truth. Little do they know that a specter lurks in the darkness, watching, waiting, and hungry for its next victim…

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''Lively . . . in giving us the daily details of their lives in the women''s own voices Dunlop does them and us a fine service'' New Statesman''Dunlop is engaging in her personal approach. Her obvious feminine empathy with the venerable ladies she spoke to gives her book an immediacy and intimacy.'' Daily Mail''An in-depth picture of life in Britain''s wartime intelligence centre . . . The result is fascinating, and is made all the more touching by the developing friendships between Dunlop and her interviewees.'' Financial TimesThe Bletchley Girls weaves together the lives of fifteen women who were all selected to work in Britain''s most secret organisation - Bletchley Park. It is their story, told in their voices; Tessa met and talked to 15 veterans, often visiting them several times. Firm friendships were made as their epic journey unfolded on paper.The scale of female involvement in Britain during the Second World War wasn''t matched in any other country. From 8 million working women just over 7000 were hand-picked to work at Bletchley Park and its outstations. There had always been girls at the Park but soon they outnumbered the men three to one.A refugee from Belgium, a Scottish debutante, a Jewish 14-year-old, and a factory worker from Northamptonshire - the Bletchley Girls confound stereotypes. But they all have one common bond, the war and their highly confidential part in it. In the middle of the night, hunched over meaningless pieces of paper, tending mind-blowing machines, sitting listening for hours on end, theirs was invariably confusing, monotonous and meticulous work, about which they could not breathe a word.By meeting and talking to these fascinating female secret-keepers who are still alive today, Tessa Dunlop captures their extraordinary journeys into an adult world of war, secrecy, love and loss. Through the voices of the women themselves, this is a portrait of life at Bletchley Park beyond the celebrated code-breakers, it''s the story of the girls behind Britain''s ability to consistently out-smart the enemy, and an insight into the women they have become.

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THE THIRD NOVEL IN THE HEART-WARMING SAGA SERIES BY MAGGIE MASON - MEET THE HALFPENNY GIRLS. . . Don''t miss Maggie Mason''s brand-new saga series, The Fortune Tellers, available to pre-order now!''In the grand tradition of sagas set down by the late and great Catherine Cookson '' Jean Fullerton on Blackpool LassWill friendship see them through the struggles of war?As war approaches, Alice, Edith and Marg fear for the safety of their families, while trying to decide the best way they can do their bit for their country.Alice decides to volunteer with the Red Cross, helping those most in need, Marg is preparing to marry her true love at the most dangerous of times, and Edith hopes to finally realise her dream of becoming a teacher, and starting a family of her own.Things have never been easy for The Halfpenny Girls, but family, friendship and community spirit will always see them through the darkest of days. . .The third in a brand new series from reader favourite Maggie Mason, The Halfpenny Girls at War is the perfect heart-warming family saga about overcoming hardship and the value of friendship. Perfect for fans of Val Wood, Kitty Neale and Rosie Goodwin''In the grand tradition of sagas set down by the late and great Catherine Cookson'' Jean Fullerton on Blackpool LassReaders LOVE Maggie Mason''s Blackpool sagas:''5 stars - I wish I could give it more. Wonderful read.''''Another must read book''''What a brilliant book. I couldn''t put it down!''''I was hooked from the first page . . . this author is a must read''''A totally absorbing read''

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London, 1918: the world is being torn apart by war, but for the girls of London’s Foyles bookshop, where there is friendship, there is hope… Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke and Elaine Everest. Ellen Beckford and her sister Mary are living under their father’s shadow. Before their beloved mother died, they had dreamed of bright futures, but torn apart by grief, Harold Beckford barely lets his daughters out of his sight. Then Harold is injured during a break-in at his office at London’s docklands, and can no longer work. And with prices rising and food scarce, Ellen has no choice but to defy her father’s rules and seek employment. She finds a position at London’s renowned Foyles bookshop, and the other shop girls quickly take her under their wing. But there are dark times ahead. Ellen’s father is accused of gathering intelligence from the docklands for the enemy, and the police seem determined to see him shot for spying. With the help of her new friends, can Ellen clear her father’s name and save her family from destitution?Praise for Elaine Roberts:'A delightful story of friendship, love and hope during the dark days of WW1' Elaine Everest'It’s great to be back at Foyles Bookshop in London during WW1. The shop girls stories have been told before so this time it’s the turn of the Beckford family. Ellen the eldest daughter has to take on more responsibilities as her Father is accused of spying. Lots of great characters as well as those you love to hate' Netgalley reviewer'A book about working in a bookshop just what I love. This is another wonderful family saga in this series. A quick read but, very enjoyable' Netgalley reviewer'Kept me enthralled from start to finish' Netgalley reviewer'Offers a heart-wrenching insight into how hard life was for the women left at home and how emotions ran high as war continued. A highly recommended read that will pull at your heartstrings' Netgalley reviewer'Was immediately drawn in to this story' Netgalley reviewer'A real heart-warming read. Great story and characters, would love a sequel' Netgalley reviewer'A strong start to what looks to be a trilogy of books about these women and I cannot wait to go back and see how they are all faring' Netgalley reviewer'Skilfully crafted characters and an exquisite storyline all kept my attention from the first page to the last' Netgalley reviewer'If you're looking for something to make you cry over your tea and warm your heart on a wintery morning, then this is a book you'll want to reach for' Netgalley reviewer'The author did an outstanding job of finding a niche in the saga genre' Netgalley reviewer'A richly drawn character study of different women coming of age during a time of much social and political upheaval' Netgalley reviewer'Poignant ... A brilliant start to a series. I can certainly recommend this to any reader who enjoys this genre' Netgalley reviewer'A phenomenal read ... A fantastic debut ... Rich in atmosphere and period detail and full of wonderful characters readers simply cannot help but care about!' Netgalley reviewer'A lovely, original story ... The historical details create a lush setting ... If there will be a sequel, I look forward to it!' Netgalley reviewer'The perfect book for book lovers who love to read about bookstores, those who love historical fiction set in WWI and those who enjoy stories of strong female friendships' Netgalley reviewer

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"With this powerful, hope-filled story of overcoming one''s obstacles, readers will close this book and feel inspired to leave a legacy of their own." -School Library JournalFrom the world of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls comes the historical novel based on the life of Alicia Alonso, a world-renowned prima ballerina from Cuba.Alicia was born to dance. From the moment she slips on pointe shoes for the first time, she''s determined to become a professional ballerina. A few years later, Alicia moves from Cuba to the United States to follow her dreams.Then, Alicia begins to lose her sight. How can a ballerina dance if she can''t see where she''s going? Stuck in bed and only able to practice with her fingertips, Alicia doesn''t give up. She finds a way to get back on stage, dancing into the hearts of audiences as one of the world''s most famous prima ballerinas.Alicia Alonso Takes the Stage is the story of a world-renowned prima ballerina who impressed people all over the world with her beautiful dancing while living with visual impairments. This is a story about perseverance in the face of adversity, and how the arts can afford women the opportunity to achieve a global impact.This historical fiction chapter book includes additional text on Alicia Alonso''s lasting legacy, as well as movement-based activities designed to encourage creativity and confidence through dance.About the Rebel Girls Chapter Book SeriesMeet extraordinary real-life heroines in the Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls chapter book series! Introducing stories based on the lives of extraordinary women in global history, each stunningly designed chapter book features beautiful illustrations from a female artist as well as bonus activities in the backmatter to encourage kids to explore the various fields in which each of these women thrived. The perfect gift to inspire any young reader!

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March 1911: Betty Dean needs a job and somewhere to live, and eventually, a husband – according to her mother. Sent into service at Stowford House in Cheshire, where the days are long and the work is gruelling, Betty’s dreams of making something of herself seem even further away.But soon she is forced to return to The Potteries, carrying with her a dreadful secret which could leave her reputation in tatters.Could WW1 bring new opportunities or will Betty run out of options?A new job on the trams throws her a lifeline. Meeting fellow tram girls Connie and Jean brings the joy of friendship, even if Betty struggles with having to keep secrets from her new pals.When Duncan Kennedy, a shy but charming soldier, enters Betty’s life, it seems that she may finally find love. But opening herself up isn’t easy, and when he leaves for the front, she finds herself alone once again.As the Great War rumbles on, Betty’s life in The Potteries is full of its own battles…A heart-breaking WW1 saga that fans of Pam Howes and Nancy Revell will love.Readers are loving The Potteries Girls on the Home Front''Well written, with a lovely storyline and lovely characters...couldn''t put it down.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review''Family saga at its best. Brilliant book – can''t wait to read more by this author.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘A good cosy read, but not without a little heartbreak and some feel good moments as well to delight the reader.’ Reader ReviewPraise for Lynn Johnson’s Potteries Girls series: ‘A poignant, emotional and heart-wrenching read…best read with a box of tissues handy’ Bookish Jottings‘This truly was a fabulous story from beginning to end and I struggled to put it down!… richly detailed, beautifully written and the storyline along with the characters was enthralling’ Rose is Reading‘I highly recommend reading this and being transported back in time. An excellent historical fiction that had me compulsively turning the pages.’ Books and Bookends‘Overall, I loved it. There were lots of moments that made me gasp and others that almost made me cry, and then there were those that made me smile and sigh.’ Jess Bookish Life‘heartwarming and emotional. I absolutely love the story line…I really enjoyed the setting and the characters. If you enjoy historical fiction, this is definitely a book to read!’ Jessica Belmont Book Reviews‘I’m quite astonished this is a debut novel… The characters came alive on the page, and it’s a fully rounded story… A fabulous read’ Grace J Reviewerlady‘an emotional, captivating read which is perfect for anyone who loves a good saga!… a fantastic read that quickly drew me into the story and kept my interest throughout with its fabulous plot.’ Over The Rainbow Book Blog‘the author winds her story around your person and snares your heart… Though filled with much darkness and despair, there is also hope and love’ Insatiable Readers‘Johnson has a Cookson flair…she does capture the heart and soul of her characters.’ Cheryl M-M Book Reviews

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The Poppy Girls is the first title in The Maitland Trilogy, by bestselling author Margaret Dickinson.Even amidst the horror of the trenches, friendship will survive . . .Thwarted in her desire to become a doctor like her brother Robert, Pips Maitland rebels against her mother’s wishes that she settle down and raise children. However, when Robert brings home a friend from medical school, Giles Kendall, it seems perhaps Pips might fall in love with an acceptable suitor after all. But the year is 1914 and the future is uncertain. Hearing that her father’s friend, Dr John Hazelwood, is forming a flying ambulance corps to take to the front lines, Pips is determined to become one of its nurses and asks Alice Dawson, her maid, to go with her. Robert and Giles offer their services as doctors, and Alice’s brother William joins them as a stretcher bearer.Nothing could have prepared them for the horrific sights they encounter. Moving their unit close to the fighting to offer first aid as quickly as possible puts them all in constant danger. But, even amidst the barrage of shelling and gunfire, the unending stream of injured being brought to their post, the love between Pips and Giles survives and blossoms just like the poppies of Flanders fields.Fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin will love The Poppy Girls. Continue the story of the Maitland family with The Brooklands Girls.

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From Annie Murray, the bestselling author of Chocolate Girls, The Bells of Bournville Green and Secrets of the Chocolate Girls, Wartime for the Chocolate Girls is a gritty family saga about love, war and chocolate . . .April 1941.Almost losing her life in a bomb blast while serving in the Women''s Volunteer Service has made Ann Gilby take stock of what''s really important - her family.With daughter Sheila back home, and Joy still working munitions at the Cadbury factory and engaged to her soldier sweetheart, home life feels more settled too. Ann has even come to an uneasy truce with her husband, Len, despite her recent discovery of his infidelity and the fact that he has fathered a child with another woman.But what Ann has not reckoned with is Marianne, Len’s other woman, turning up on her doorstep - a woman with a mysterious past.Only Ann has secrets of her own and one day soon she knows she will have to tell her youngest child, Martin, who his father really is . . .''A heartwarming tale of secrets and lies, mystery and drama'' – Lancashire PostReaders love Wartime for the Chocolate Girls:''This story full of love . . . I felt a part of the family as I was reading''''A very heart warming story about how people got on in such tragic circumstances''''It was such an absolute joy to read''

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The Golden Girls: the show that changed American TV, found an audience all around the world, and made a global legend out of Betty White. 1985 was the year of Live Aid, Back to the Future and the Nintendo. It also saw the start of one of the most well-known and well-loved sitcoms of all time: The Golden Girls. With a cast comprising women over 50, the show was as groundbreaking as it was hilarious. Averaging 25 million viewers an episode - and counting the Queen Mother among them - the show is still ranked among the best US sitcoms ever. And it continues to find a new audience today in younger generations on streaming, with merchandise as popular as ever. Packed with quotes and facts, this little book is perfect for any Golden Girls fan.

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The brand-new heartwarming instalment in the Cornish Girls saga series from the RNA Romantic Saga of the Year nominee, perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Elaine EverestThe world is at peace at last, is it time for the Cornish Girls to love again?Cornwall, 1947.Tragedy strikes the village and Sheila is determined to help those who are suffering. Sheila is determined to help those who are suffering and soon finds herself seeking out new ways to make a difference. But when her long-term beau proposes, she faces a dilemma: can she give up her new purpose in life?Land Girl Caroline throws herself into her work after her close friend Selina leaves the farm, and finds solace in new friendships. But when a new arrival comes to the farm, she can’t deny the attraction that springs up between them. Will she find the courage to follow her heart?Meanwhile, Selina is adjusting to life on Bodmin Moor. Between helping her late sister''s children to navigate their grief and learning to cook, she finds unexpected companionship with William, the family solicitor. And she begins to imagine a future filled with happiness…The Cornish Girls are ready for the bright promise of peacetime – but are they ready to open their hearts?An uplifting, heartwarming story of love and friendship, perfect for fans of Elaine Everest and Donna Douglas

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A New York Times BestsellerFour troubled friends,One murdered girl...and a dark fate that may leave them all doomed.Once Upon a Time meets Pretty Little Liars in this queer, dark academia story about four reimagined fairy tale heroines who must uncover their ancient curses before it''s too late.After the mysterious death of their best friend, Ella, Yuki, and Rory are the talk of their elite school, Grimrose Académie. The police ruled Ariane''s death as a suicide, but the trio are determined to find out what really happened.When Nani Eszes arrives as their newest roommate, it sets into motion a series of events that no one could have predicted. As the girls retrace their friend''s final days, they discover a dark secret about Grimrose-Ariane wasn''t the first dead girl.They soon learn that all the past murders are connected to ancient fairytale curses...and that their own fates are tied to the stories, dooming the girls to brutal and gruesome endings unless they can break the cycle for good.Perfect for fans of:Cinderella is Dead and GRIMMDark AcademiaFairytale RetellingsLGBTQ RepMedia Buzz for The Grimrose Girls:Buzzfeed called it "a book definitely worth picking up"One of Book Riot''s Top New YA Paperbacks for FallA Buzzfeed Top LGBTQ+ YA Book to DevourA Culturess Thrilling New YA ReleaseFeatured on Tor as a new Young Adult SFFA Barnes & Noble OUR MONTHLY PICK for November 2021

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THE FIRST SHIPYARD GIRLS NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR, NANCY REVELL.''Nancy Revell knows how to stir the passions and soothe the heart!'' The Northern Echo***********Sunderland, 1940, and the women go to the shipyards to do their bit for the war effort.Polly never dreamed she would be able to work in the shipyards like the men in her family but times are tough and her new job ends up giving her more than she ever expected when she meets enigmatic dock diver Tommy Watts.During the day, head welder Rosie teaches her fledgling flock of trainees their new trade, but at night she hides a secret life.And mother hen Gloria signs up to escape her brutal husband, but finds she cannot run from her problems.The Shipyard Girls start off as strangers - but end up forging an unbreakable bond of friendship in the most difficult times.Praise for The Shipyard Girls series:''the author is one to watch'' Sun''A brilliant read'' Take a Break''Well-drawn, believable characters combined with a storyline to keep you turning the pages'' Woman

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THEY WON''T FORGIVE. THEY WON''T FORGET.''Clever and wonderfully chilling. It held me hostage'' - Fiona Barton, Sunday Times-bestselling author of The Widow and The Child''A brilliant page-turner'' Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing Girl 1950 - At the crumbling Idlewild Hall school for unwanted girls, four room-mates begin to bond over dark secrets and whispered fears - until one of them mysteriously disappears . . .2014 - Journalist Fiona Sheridan can''t get over the murder of her sister twenty years ago, near the ruins of Idlewild. And when another body is found during renovations of the school, she begins to uncover horrors that were meant to remain hidden - and a voice that won''t be silenced.For fans of Lisa Jewell and S.K. Tremayne, The Broken Girls is a chilling story of murder, revenge, and secrets that refuse to stay buried . . .''Dark and atmospheric . . . The Broken Girls shows the gothic claustrophobia of a small town haunted by more than its past'' Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange ''Downright scary and atmospheric'' - Lisa Gardner, author of Right Behind You

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FOUR FRIENDS.A LUXURY RETREAT.IT’S GOING TO BE MURDER.‘An exhilarating, read-in-one-sitting ride’ Louise Candlish‘A deadly cocktail of lies, secrets, obsession’ T.M. Logan''A heart-stopping rollercoaster of a read’ B A Paris‘This is great. Kept me gripped!’ Jane Fallon‘Hold your breath!’ Jane CorryIn a luxury lodge on Botswana’s sun-soaked plains, four friends reunite for a birthday celebration…THE BIRTHDAY GIRLHas it all, but chose love over her friends…THE TEACHERFeels the walls of her flat and classroom closing in…THE MOTHERLoves her baby, but desperately needs a break…THE INTROVERTYearns for adventure after suffering for too long…Arriving at the safari lodge, a feeling of unease settles over them. There’s no sign of the party that was promised. There’s no phone signal. They’re alone, in the wild.THE HUNT IS ON.Praise for The Wild Girls:‘Combines a beautiful, exotic location with a slithering, unsettling sense of suspense. A page-turner, full of secrets and reveals’ Adele Parks, Platinum‘A delightfully sinister tale’ Crime Monthly‘Tense, well-paced and with a cast of relatable flesh-and-blood women, The Wild Girls is an exhilarating, read-in-one-sitting ride’ Louise Candlish‘A deadly cocktail of lies, secrets, obsession and revenge hits boiling point under the blazing African sun in this breathlessly twisty thriller’ T.M. Logan''A wonderfully atmospheric thriller of secrets, lies and betrayals, The Wild Girls is a heart-stopping rollercoaster of a read with a dark sense of menace and hugely relatable characters’ B A Paris‘This is great. Kept me gripped!’ Jane Fallon‘Superb … toxic, sinister and mysterious – this nail-biter is sure to keep you guessing’ Woman’s Own‘This will take you into another world. But hold your breath! Because you’re in for a ride’ Jane Corry‘A tense, torturous thriller… keenly realised and entirely relatable’ Sunday Post''A hugely entertaining thriller that turns a dream holiday into a nightmare’ Jane Casey‘Properly tense and full of surprises’ Harriet TycePerfect for fans of Mark Edwards, K.L. Slater and Sue Watson!

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